The Massachusetts Supreme Court overturned a lower court's ruling against a speech pathology teacher whose contract was not renewed following a parent's complaint. The teacher had explained 4-letter words to 13 year-olds, bringing them up in class, then discouraged further usage. Judges decided the teacher had acted creatively in response to…

Changes in the structure of college and university tuition discounts in the past 15 years are explained, and it is argued that most discussion of discounts are oversimplified. The case of a hypothetical small liberal arts college (data composed from eight colleges) is used to illustrate the decile discount approach to analyzing discounting trends…

In an unusually frank book, a prominent feminist theorist and college professor attacks college and university policies that limit relationships between faculty and students. When attempting to sexualize the atmosphere in which she worked, by kissing a female student in public, she was accused of sexual harassment, an action she finds inconsistent…

Stresses the importance of writing policies to ensure content control in high school journalism and to avoid censorship. Reviews the Supreme Court decision in Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier case and its effect on journalism in higher education. Provides points to consider when writing policies. (PA)

Offers 10 tips for developing well-designed crises-management plans and specified procedures for dealing with crises and tragedies. (LMI)

Discusses how to transform a college department into a team of people who support and trust each other, thereby not only revitalizing faculty members as their value is affirmed but also increasing their contributions to the department and institution. (EV)

Discussion of findings of a study in Scotland notes that it was possible to prevent disciplinary exclusion from school, that interagency collaboration was central to this, but that strategies to prevent school exclusion often meant young people were not very fully included in the mainstream curriculum. Relevant differences in policy and practice…

Considers facets of geography curriculum and instruction in three fourth grade classes. Contrasts teachers' conceptions of geography curriculum with those held by reformers. Describes ways in which school and district policies seem to undermine coherent geography curriculums. (PCB)

A discussion of trends relating to crime on college campuses and state legislation on the mandatory reporting of crime rates looks at the arguments for and against forced disclosure and suggests that institutions examine the issues closely before crime becomes a major policy issue. (MSE)

This article reports on a study of a large-scale Belgian innovation project. From interview data four types of local innovation policy (LIP) were identified. LIP's reflected the organizational reactions of schools and appeared to be determined primarily by principals interventions. LIP's were characterized by planning, interaction, risk avoidance…

Discusses three major concerns related to crisis situations in the school: policy development, creating an awareness of the problem, and staff training. Presents framework to assist school districts in planning appropriate interventions for at-risk students. Includes discussion of legal concerns and issues related to self-destructive behavior. (NB)

Rules designed to protect students from racism or sexism can run counter to free-speech guarantees. Programs fostering understanding might be a better alternative. (Author/MSE)

Albion College established a study team of board members, faculty, and students on both sides of the South Africa divestment question to educate the campus community and determine institutional policy. After a year of study, the team decided to invest in South Africa rather than withdraw resources and reduce influence. (MSE)

A report is presented on a study which identified the self-reported AIDS education needs of 122 members of the Association for the Advancement of Health Education. Needs were assessed in the areas of resources, policy, training, and knowledge. Focus of concern was AIDS education within the school context. (IAH)

An overview of research and programs aimed at primary prevention of adolescent suicide is presented. In addition to person-centered programs, institutionally oriented prevention efforts involving policy formation at the district, community, and state levels are outlined. Model programs and resources are cited. (SLD)